Johnson Controls International plc - JCI STOCK NEWS

Johnson Controls, through Sensormatic Solutions, announced a 3.1% increase in in-store shopper traffic during Black Friday 2022 compared to 2021. Final data indicated a 17.2% rise on Thanksgiving Day, while overall traffic remained flat for the Black Friday weekend. Notably, Saturday and Sunday saw declines of 2.7% and 4.1% respectively. The peak shopping time on Black Friday was between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. This data reflects a return to pre-pandemic traffic trends, as shopping behaviors evolve away from health concerns that defined previous years.

Johnson Controls' Sensormatic Solutions reported a 2.9% rise in U.S. in-store shopper traffic on Black Friday, November 25, 2022, compared to 2021. Thanksgiving Day traffic saw a significant 19.7% increase. Enclosed mall visits rose by 1.2%, while non-mall venues experienced a 4.7% increase. The findings highlight consumer preference for brick-and-mortar shopping, with over 51% of surveyed shoppers planning to shop physically. Sensormatic anticipates that the top 10 busiest shopping days will account for 40% of holiday traffic, requiring retailers to adapt strategies for an earlier Super Saturday this year.

Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI) will present at the 10th Annual Credit Suisse Global Industrials Conference in Palm Beach, Florida, on December 2, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. ET. The presentation will be led by Chairman and CEO George Oliver. Interested parties can access a live webcast of the event on Johnson Controls' website. The company is recognized as a leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, with a global workforce of around 100,000 experts. Johnson Controls focuses on innovation across various industries, including healthcare, education, and data centers.

Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) has launched OpenBlue Enterprise Manager (OBEM) on Alibaba Cloud, enhancing its collaboration with the leading cloud provider. This initiative supports Johnson Controls' commitment to sustainability, targeting the reduction of carbon emissions from buildings which account for 40% of global emissions. OBEM integrates data from various systems to optimize energy use and operational efficiency across 4,000 deployed buildings. The partnership will also expand digital solutions in the Asia Pacific region, including Southeast Asia.

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) has expanded its partnership with Clemson University with a new $45M net zero campus initiative, enhancing sustainability and modernizing campus infrastructure. This project aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2025 and generate over $3M in annual savings through a 15-year contract. The initiative supports Clemson's goal for carbon neutrality by 2030, benefiting approximately 28,000 students and 5,500 faculty and staff. The comprehensive energy conservation solutions include LED lighting, HVAC improvements, and laboratory controls.

Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) has appointed Lei Schlitz as Global Products President, effective immediately, succeeding Jeff Williams. Schlitz will spearhead research and development, product management, and new product launches from Milwaukee. CEO George Oliver highlighted a multibillion-dollar market opportunity for growth. Schlitz possesses extensive experience from Illinois Tool Works and Siemens Energy, among others, and holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering from the University of Wisconsin.

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) is collaborating with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) in K-12 schools, impacting health and academic performance. With 50% of schools needing upgrades, inadequate conditions lead to negative educational outcomes. On November 16, a webinar titled 'Cleaner Air, Healthier Students' will address IAQ's importance and showcase solutions that enhance learning environments. Johnson Controls serves over 7,000 school districts, offering a wide range of services aimed at promoting healthy, smart, and sustainable educational settings.

Johnson Controls has secured a contract with the Canadian Department of National Defence for efficiency upgrades at the 2nd Canadian Division Support Base (CDSB) Valcartier. This 14-year project aims to cut annual energy costs by CA$1.5 million and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 58%. Total projected energy savings for the Department now amount to CA$8.2 million annually, alongside a reduction of nearly 37,000 tons of CO2 emissions. The initiative, supporting the DND's 2050 Net Zero Goals, will also create 180 jobs and modernize 81 buildings on the base.

Johnson Controls International reported strong Q4 results with GAAP EPS of $1.10 and adjusted EPS of $0.99, both up 13% from the prior year. Sales rose 5% to $6.7 billion, with organic growth of 10%. Orders increased by 9% organically year-over-year, and the backlog reached a record $11.1 billion, marking a 13% year-over-year increase. For fiscal 2023, adjusted EPS guidance is set between $3.20 and $3.60, indicating a growth rate of 7% to 20%. Despite challenges, the company remains optimistic about converting its backlog and executing new solutions.